Downtown Gloucester
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Popular places to visit

Cape Ann Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Maritime Gloucester
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maritime Gloucester during your trip to Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Pavilion Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pavilion Beach during your trip to Gloucester?

Fishermen's Memorial Monument
Learn about the local history of Gloucester when you spend time at Fishermen's Memorial Monument. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Good Harbor Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Good Harbor Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's sunrises.
Things to do

Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport

Massachusetts Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: 10+ Tours

Massachusetts: Smartphone-Based Audio Tour Bundle

Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle

Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem
Top hotels in Downtown Gloucester

Beauport Hotel Gloucester
The room was very clean, large as we had hoped. A great fireplace and ocean views made our brief get a way just perfect.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Have stayed here several times with my children and they are always accommodating even when the hotel is booked
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hawthorne Hotel
I was happy with the room and staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
The room was clean and well supplied. The staff greeted us warmly.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

The Cove At Salem
The room was spotless! I love that the room had a full kitchen.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

The Hotel Salem
Great service, staff was genuine and the room was spotless.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gloucester

Rocky Neck
While visiting Rocky Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery.

East Gloucester
If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Annisquam
Though Annisquam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.

Magnolia
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Gray Beach or Massachusetts Bay.
